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Home on "Scratch Hill, " outside Atoka, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Home on "Scratch Hill, " outside Atoka, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Home on "Scratch Hill, " outside Atoka, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Home on "Scratch Hill, " outside Atoka, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Home on "Scratch Hill, " outside Atoka, Oklahoma. "I was offered twenty dollars for that house. I pay six dollars rent a year, and have some chickens and a garden"
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This poignant photograph captures the stark reality of life on "Scratch Hill" outside Atoka, Oklahoma in 1938. The humble home, with its makeshift appearance and simple construction, stands as a testament to the hardships faced by agricultural workers during the Great Depression.
The man standing proudly in front of his home, wearing denim overalls and a worn shirt, embodies resilience and determination in the face of economic hardship. His children play nearby, their clothing reflecting the practicality and frugality necessary for survival during this difficult time.
Dorothea Lange's powerful black-and-white image conveys not only the physical conditions of poverty but also the strength of family bonds and community ties that sustained people through adversity. The contrast between the rugged landscape and the tender moments shared between father and children speaks to both struggle and hope.
As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of the enduring spirit of those who weathered one of America's darkest periods. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in times of great hardship, there is still beauty to be found in human connection and perseverance.
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